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ArticleMedical science educator2025

Perceptions of Interprofessional Collaboration in Managing HPV-Related Oropharyngeal Cancer: Implications for Interprofessional Education.

Eva Gajic, Mohnish Rao, Amrit Kirpalani, Sara Colozza, Cecilia S Dong

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Eva Gajic *Department of Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON Canada.ORCID 0009-0001-4526-6385
Mohnish Rao *Department of Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON Canada.ORCID 0009-0005-5176-5438
Amrit KirpalaniDepartment of Paediatrics, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON Canada.ORCID 0000-0001-7567-9052
Sara ColozzaDepartment of Family Medicine, London Health Sciences Centre, London, ON Canada.ORCID 0009-0003-3193-7576
Cecilia S DongDepartment of Dentistry, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON Canada.ORCID 0000-0003-2540-8734

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Abstract

Background: Medical education is placing increasing importance on interprofessional education, but there are generally limited instances where interprofessional activities are scheduled for both medical and dental students. This study aimed to assess medical and dental trainees' and practitioners' perceptions of barriers and facilitators to interprofessional collaboration on the topic of HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer (OPC). Methods: Senior medical and dental students, family medicine residents, physicians, and dentists were invited to participate in focus groups to discuss OPC as it relates to their interprofessional collaboration experiences after a networking reception, dinner, and lecture. Focus group audio recordings were transcribed and analysis followed a descriptive qualitative research approach. Results: Twenty-nine participants ( Conclusion: Strong collaboration is valued highly among medical and dental professionals for providing patient care, yet interprofessional education is needed to build a foundation that fosters collaborative practices and overcomes barriers. Implementing interprofessional experiences early, regularly, and within the curriculum may improve role clarity and communication, ultimately enhancing care for HPV-OPC patients and other patients.

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DentistryHuman papillomavirusInterprofessional collaborationInterprofessional educationMedicineOropharyngeal cancer

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PMID40144126
PMCPMC11933487

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